Sandy beach, Amusement park, Aquarium, For kids

Coney Island is one of the most popular places to spend your free time, not only amongst tourists but especially amongst New Yorkers. Although this area is located well outside the city centre, in the southern part of Brooklyn, it is very easily accessible via several underground lines. [btn "View family-friendly hotels in New York" https://www.booking.com/city/us/new-york.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-new-york-coney] Head to Coney Island for a…

Zoo

Even though the Bronx is (more or less unjustly) associated with high crime rates, it still receives over 2 million tourists a year. The reason is simple. The Bronx is home to one of the largest urban zoos in the world, and it's the perfect place for a half-day trip away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. [btn "The 10 best hotels in New York City" https://www.booking.com/city/us/new-york.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-nyc-bronx-zoo] …

Amusement park, For kids

The SeaGlass carousel is situated in Battery Park in southern Manhattan, near the ferry terminal for the Statue of Liberty. It opened to the public in 2015 and quickly became an extremely popular attraction – and not just for children! Don’t worry about looking out of place here as an adult. The SeaGlass Carousel is visited by tourists of absolutely all ages. [btn "Top 10 hotels in New York" https://www.booking.com/city/us/new-york.en-gb.html…

Island, Promenade, Cable car, Monument

Over 3 km long and only around 200 metres wide, this island in the middle of the East River attracts both locals and tourists with its beautiful riverside promenades, unique views of Manhattan and the memorial to the historic hospital. The island is famous for the red cable car that takes you to Roosevelt Island. Our recommendations Come here when the weather is fine; the island is ideal for walks or picnics Pop into the Panorama Room bar…